After-School Activities

(SPRING) Varsity team that plays about 15-18 games in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(WINTER) Varsity and Junior Varsity teams play a very strong independent schedule against top private and local public schools in the area, as well as teams from New Jersey and New York. The varsity team plays 25-30 games in a season and participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League. The JV team plays 10-12 games and does not participate in a league.

(WINTER) Varsity team that plays approximately 18-20 games in a season. This team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(FALL) Co-ed varsity team that competes in 8-10 meets and invitationals in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and also runs against area private and public schools.

(FALL) This activity is for students either with a background in competitive debate or a willingness to learn the fundamentals. The skills learned and practiced will carry over to academic classes and public speaking opportunities.

(FALL) - Dragon boat racing started in ancient China, 2000 years ago. The modern sport began in Hong Kong in 1976 and came to the US in 1983.  The boats are about 41' long and tapered, 42" wide in the middle. There are 10 seats, each with a pair of paddlers sitting side-by-side, facing forward. Each paddler holds a single-bladed paddle. An additional fee is required.

(FALL) Varsity team that plays about 10-12 games in a season. Competition is against area private and public schools. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(FALL, WINTER, SPRING) F2P2 is one-on-one programming with a strength and conditioning coach that focuses on addressing any fitness, nutrition, and mindset needs identified by
an assessment process. This service includes a full biomechanical risk for injury assessment and a fully individualized program. This is a professional service with an associated cost. For more information please contact pambrosio@psc.fit.
 

(SPRING) Co-ed varsity team that plays 6-8 matches in a season and competes against area private and public schools. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(SPRING) This activity introduces students to, or refines their skills in, the sport of boys lacrosse. Playing equipment is not provided but required to participate.

(SPRING) Varsity team that plays about 10-12 games in a season and competes against area private and public schools. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(WINTER) The Solebury Literary Arts Magazine (SLAM) is produced mainly by student editors and is published once a year. Two or three editors work with a faculty advisor and produce the magazine. The magazine contains poetry, short fiction, and art submitted by students and faculty.

This activity is for students who want to work cooperatively to solve the problems of the world: international conflicts, disasters, and incidents. During our meetings, we will conduct research, do mock simulations, and practice our speaking skills, all in preparation for a four-day national conference in February.

(WINTER, SPRING) The Scribe is the Solebury School newspaper written by students for students. In this activity, students will work with Adobe PageMaker desktop publishing program on three to four issues per trimester.

(SPRING) Getting out in nature is a healthy and effective way to reduce stress and anxiety. In this spring activity, explore local trails, parks, preserves and lesser traveled roads and learn more about the natural world in the process. In addition to walking and hiking, we will be learning about the natural world (such as how to identify plants, trees, birds, animals and insects) and cataloguing or photographing what we find. Some days we will go hiking off campus, some days we will walk and/or maintain the trails on campus, and some days we will engage in other projects related to nature and sustainability. All levels of outdoor experience are encouraged to participate.

 (FALL, WINTER, SPRING) PSCFit is a group fitness class that will both get you a great workout and teaches you how to stay fit for the rest of your life. This is a professional service with an associated cost. For more
information please contact pambrosio@psc.fit.

(FALL) This activity introduces students to, or refines their skills in, the sport of golf. An additional fee is required to cover costs of greens fees and driving ranges at nearby courses.

(FALL) This is an activity in which participants practice their skills through warm-ups, some drills, and most of all, by playing matches against each other.

(FALL, WINTER) Students of all abilities are welcome to participate in this activity; no previous climbing experience required. During the fall trimester, students climb at Ralph Stover State Park High Rocks, Schwangunks and other areas. During the winter trimester, students climb at The Adventure Center/Rock Gym in Doylestown, PA. An additional fee is required.

(FALL) Varsity team that plays about 12-15 games in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(FALL) Varsity team that plays about 12-15 games in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic Conference and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(SPRING) Varsity team that plays about 12-15 games in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(FALL, WINTER, SPRING) Open only to students who participate in two sports; this activity would take place during his or her "off season". Athletes will learn how to do the core lifts, including but not limited to squats, dead lifts, and bench press. Space is limited.

(SPRING) Varsity team that plays 10-12 matches in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and plays a strong non-conference schedule against area private and public schools.

(FALL, WINTER, SPRING) This activity may include either performing a role in or working on the technical stage crew for one of the school plays. There are three full productions each year, ranging from drama to comedy, classical to contemporary theater. The winter production is a musical. The technical stage crew involvement includes working with lighting, sound, set construction, set painting, and stage management; no experience necessary. The main requirement is a sincere desire to build and create while working as a member of a team. This program meets three to five days a week, depending on individual involvement. Time requirements depend on the production but may entail some Saturday and Sunday rehearsals.

(SPRING) Co-ed varsity team that competes in 6-8 meets in a season. The team participates in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League and also competes against area private and public schools.

(SPRING) Ultimate is an exciting, non-contact activity that is part soccer, basketball, and football. The rules are simple, but the games require speed, stamina, and agility.

(Fall) Varsity team that competes in 6-10 games during the fall season. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(SPRING) In this activity, students walk along the PA or NJ towpath at their own pace and try to cover anywhere from 2 to 4 1/2 miles per day. Sturdy sneakers (or hiking boots) and rain gear are recommended. Students can listen to music or socialize with the other members of the club while getting in their exercise.

(WINTER) This noncompetitive activity trains those interested in preparing for the spring track season, as well as those who simply like running or want to try it. Students often have some choice of workout — a combination of strength drills, sprint drills, and long distance running — depending on their goals. We run outside in the heart of winter weather on purpose, and we like it.

(WINTER) Co-ed varsity team that competes in 4-6 meets and invitationals during the winter season. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(WINTER) Varsity team that competes in 10-12 matches, including 3-4 tournaments, in a season, and competes against area private and public schools. The team does not participate in the Penn-Jersey Athletic League.

(FALL, WINTER) Using Adobe PageMaker and Photoshop, students in this activity learn graphic design and book layout and also take, develop, and print black and white photos. Knowledge of computers and photography is helpful. This activity is a two-term commitment.

(FALL, WINTER, SPRING) Both experienced and inexperienced practitioners will enjoy the mental and physical benefits of regular yoga practice. This activity is led by a certified yoga instructor.